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aphrodisiac |
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aphrodisiacAny of various forms of stimulation thought to arouse sexual excitement. They may be psychophysiological (arousing the senses of sight, touch, smell, or hearing) or internal (e.g., foods, alcoholic drinks, drugs, love potions, medicinal preparations). Most foods traditionally believed to be aphrodisiacs have no chemical components that would have such an effect. In some cases, their reputation may be based on a supposed resemblance to genitalia (e.g., ginseng root, rhinoceros horn). Drugs such as alcohol or marijuana may lead to sexual excitation by lessening the user's inhibitions. Few medical studies have been conducted; the only substances medically recognized as aphrodisiacs are extremely hazardous to the health. aphrodisiac a drug, food, etc., that excites sexual desire How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| And that the Damiana supposedly has been ``known for centuries as a powerful aphrodisiac. Aphrodisiacs: Researching aphrodisiacs is like entering a jungle: everything has been deemed an aphrodisiac at one time or another. Maca, a non-prescription natural antioxidant, energizer, revitalizer and aphrodisiac will be sold as a nutritional dietary supplement in blister packs of 60 and 100 capsules under the name Real Maca. |
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